Vintage Tire Manufacturer Collectibles: Kelly Tires Clock & Firestone Radial 500 Ashtray

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    • Item number: 42666819
    • Added: Feb 15 2026 4:32:10 PM EST
    • Location: Louisville, Kentucky
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    START DATE Feb 15 2026 4:32:10 PM EST
    END DATE Feb 22 2026 7:03:00 PM EST

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    This 2-piece collection of authentic vintage automobilia features two iconic names in American tire history: Kelly Tires and Firestone. The first piece is a rare electric desk clock manufactured by Sessions, measuring 5 3/4 inches in diameter. Encased in a miniature "Super Armor Trac" rubber tire, the clock features a gold-tone bezel and a clean face with stylized numerals. This functional piece of mid-century marketing remains in good working order, a significant detail for collectors of early 1950s service station memorabilia.

    The second item is a quintessential 1970s promotional piece: a Firestone "Steel Radial 500" glass ashtray. Measuring 6 inches in diameter, the heavy clear glass insert is nestled within a detailed miniature rubber tire representing Firestone’s famous radial line from that era. Both pieces are in remarkable vintage condition, with the rubber remains supple and free of the common dry-rotting or cracking often found in automotive collectibles of this age.

    Spanning roughly three decades of automotive history, this set offers a nostalgic look at the evolution of tire technology and brand marketing. From the post-war charm of the Sessions/Kelly clock to the rugged, industrial feel of the Firestone radial ashtray, these items are perfect for a "man cave," garage display, or a dedicated collection of tire manufacturer advertisements. Together, they represent a well-preserved slice of 20th-century Americana.


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    Clock: 5 3/4 Inches in Diameter

    Ashtray: 6 Inches in Diameter


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    PICKUP TIME Wednesday, February 25th, 2025 10:00am-3:00pm.
       
    PICKUP ADDRESS4816 Wooded Oak Circle Louisville KY 40245
    4816 Wooded Oak Circle Louisville KY 40245
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